Patrick Mahomes’ Preseason Status Uncertain Amid Recovery, Team Eyes Other Quarterbacks
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid indicated that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the team's preseason opener against the Rams and may sit out the entire exhibition slate following knee surgery in December. Mahomes has been progressing…
Houston, TX, August 7, 2026 —
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has stated that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to participate in the team’s upcoming preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams. Reid further suggested that Mahomes might miss the entirety of the exhibition games as he continues to recover from knee surgery performed in December.
Mahomes’ recovery has shown positive progress, with the star quarterback engaging in full participation during offseason activities and the ongoing training camp. Despite his strong rehabilitation, the decision to sideline him for the preseason appears aimed at ensuring his complete readiness for the regular season.
The absence of Mahomes from preseason games will provide an opportunity for the team to evaluate other quarterbacks on the roster. This includes assessing the performance of new backup quarterback Justin Fields, who was acquired by the team, and rookie signal-caller Garrett Nussmeier. Both players will likely see significant snaps during the exhibition period as the coaching staff determines the depth chart and readiness of the quarterback unit beyond their starting player.
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